The Seven Spiritual Laws of Yoga: A Practical Guide to Healing Body, Mind, and Spirit

This book is my all time favorite book on yoga, and one of Deepak's best. I had to order another one because when I loaned this book out last time, I never received it back. Guess it turned out to be one of their favorites too. I had to order another one because I couldn't be without it. This is a great "go to" book. Deepak Chopra explains in simple words the true meaning of yoga. So many of the books I have bought in the past about yoga do not resonate with me at all. Deepak's books, especially this one, resonates to your soul. It touches you. It is easy reading. You can pick it up and almost finish it in one sitting. You won't want to put it down.

I chose this book because I was looking for help in returning to my practice of yoga. Deepak Chopra books always provided words of guidance. He did not fail in this attempt. He begins the book with insightful questions to help you find the real "you" and then progresses to explain the different types of yoga practices. But the real value in the book is the section discussing the Seven Spirtual Laws. For me, that alone was worth buying the book.After many years of practicing yoga I now understand the importance of not forcing the body to obey moves but it is in allowing the inner Self to assist in all of the movements. There is a wonderful section on yoga positions with excellent photos and descriptions of how to attain the pose. Chopra also discusses meditation, how to practice it and methods for success.This is a book I keep in my workout area and read each day before I begin my sessions. It is not only physically helpful, it is a spiritual inspiration.

A lot of wisdom in this little book. It a good reference book that you will return to again and again

I recently started to increase my awareness of health. I had a lot of overweight and knew the yoyo-effect all to well. Then I stumbled upon a website and a book of Jon Gabriel (The Gabriel Method). I will spare you off the food side of this story but this method makes you also familiar with visualisations and meditating. After a while, I wanted to get some exercise and in the method I heard about yoga.I knew yoga but never practised it. Thought it was for the alternative and the softies. Not that I'm such a macho, but yoga... I didn't think it was something for me!Through the method I became interested in yoga and bought a book... this one.A whole new world came into view. Peace of mind, looking for the truth within, awareness, mindfulness...The book is nice for as well beginners as experienced yogi's. It's good it highlights the meditating part also, not only the physical side.

I bought The Seven Spiritual Laws of Yoga because I was asked to teach a yoga and writing class and I needed/wanted more information to support the writing segment of the class. In reading the book and then applying the principles of yoga to my own everyday life, not only deepened my yoga practice, but actually deepened my everyday exepriences and the way I choose to be in the world. Hopefully, my students will have the same experience. Awesome book. Easy to follow asanas, pictures, and a solid foundation for not only 'newbies' but seasoned yogies as well!

This is one of the best books on basic teachings of Yoga and how the Yoga tradition works. Deepak Chopra as always has done an excellent job at his passing on of knowledge of all things Vedanta. The poses contained within are also very beginner friendly and helpful if you're looking to improve your over-all fitness, flexibility and general sense of well being.Deepak offers a well balanced approach to Yoga in this book.I would buy this again for someone I know.

Read this while studying and practicing yoga for the first time. Love it so much and still read this to this day when not practicing because the rules listed are basic rules of life written so beautifully that I believe anyone who is keen to connecting to others on a basic human level, can appreciate. Whether you are religious or spiritual or have no beliefs you can connect to the realness of what the author presents to you about what yoga is and how it is best practiced, and overall, the ways in which life can be best lived. It put me at peace in some of my most chaotic times and like books like the four agreements, allowed me to take a step back from the chaos, breathe, and ground myself into reality and the beauties of life. Found when I was googling "best books for practicing yoga" and found that it is so much more than that.

Excellent Book !!! Ordered 1 for myself & 1 for my brother, from 2 Different Sellers, per availability. Bookmarked a page to "pique" his interest to read more, so as to reaffirm his confidence while Navigating Negative People & Their Actions. As I anticipated, he responded w/Renewed Confidence, saying it Confirmed what I've shared w/him through the years, but more like a " Condensed Handbook"! Although I had NEVER Read the Book Before, I was Inspired & Hopeful, after watching Chopra on PBS, because it was like he described my Very "Core" & Culmination of Some of the "Self- Codes" by which I've been guided, most of my life. Happy Beyond Words for such "Affirmation" for both my brother & myself.RECOMMEND BOOK & SELLER, As Book was Excellent Condition @ Good Price & Prompt Delivery!A Very Satisfied Customer :)

Excellent book

The book had pencil markings and this was as it was advertised. The book is for my own development and was part of the recommendations from Dru Yoga. I like to give bools a second owner.

libro consigliato da una amica, ottima scelta e libro interessante, difficile da trovare nella traduzione italiana ma se non avete problemi con l'inglese rimarrete soddisfatti, ci sono anche foto ed illustrazioni.

Simply written. It is a truly practical guide to healing body, mind and spirit. It gives an opportunity to learn fundamental skills that can serve in all areas of life.

It's a great book about yoga with pictures and good writing. Deepak knows what he does and so it is very easy to read.